At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support to senior managers in a busy school environment.
- Company: Join a friendly and supportive educational team focused on safeguarding and compliance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Immediate start available; thrive in a dynamic and varied role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your admin skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or similar environments preferred; strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Location: Between Exeter & Exmouth
Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 FTE
Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible start and finish times)
Contract: Fixed Term until February Half Term 2027, with potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP
Lockhart Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced School Administrator - PA to join a busy and supportive team on a 3-month contract, starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a rewarding educational environment where safeguarding, compliance and supporting young people are at the heart of everything you do.
Working closely with two senior managers, this is a varied and fast-paced PA-style administrative role where you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing comprehensive administrative support to two managers
- Diary management and meeting coordination
- Organising appointments, schedules and documentation
- Managing emails, telephone enquiries and correspondence
- Supporting safeguarding and compliance administration
- Preparing reports, records and general documentation
- Assisting with a wide range of day-to-day administrative duties to enable managers to focus on operational priorities
About You:
- Previous experience within a school, education or similar environment would be highly desirable
- A current DBS check would be advantageous
- Candidates from other caring or regulated environments will also be considered, particularly where safeguarding and compliance are a key focus
- Strong administration and organisational skills
- Confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment
- Professional, flexible and adaptable approach
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable supporting senior managers and working independently when required
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £25,000 - £26,000 FTE
- Flexible working hours across a 37-hour week
- Friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment
- Immediate start available
- Potential for contract extension beyond February half term
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys supporting others, thrives in a varied role and can hit the ground running. Candidates must be available to start ASAP. Apply today or contact us directly for a confidential discussion.
School Administrator in Exmouth employer: Lockhart Recruitment
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing company on the outskirts of Exeter, where your passion for exceptional customer service will be valued and rewarded. With a supportive team culture, ongoing training, and clear career progression opportunities, this role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a modern office environment. If you're looking for a place that prioritises both employee satisfaction and customer success, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
